GRE Word List

EMISSARY

one designated as the agent of another : representative

The meaning of the word emissary is one designated as the agent of another : representative.

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WordMeaning
personifyto conceive of or represent as a person or as having human qualities or powers
reproachan expression of rebuke or disapproval
epochan event or a time marked by an event that begins a new period or development
tutelageinstruction especially of an individual
adversaryone that contends with, opposes, or resists : an enemy or opponent
crevicea narrow opening resulting from a split or crack (as in a cliff) : fissure
capriciousgoverned or characterized by caprice : impulsive
schematicof or relating to a scheme or schema
flusterto put into a state of agitated confusion : upset
pendulouspoised without visible support